NL
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thank you Jiwe adventures for a well-organized safari
We booked a 7 day Tanzania Camping Safari with Jiwe Adventures and had an amazing time! We saw lots of animals very close, especially the lions have been fascinating! Besides the animals, the best part was our driver and guide Chris! He is such an awesome guy who was with us the whole time. It was like a little family for the 7 days and we where lucky to have him as a guide! Thanks for the great experience best days and especially a big thanks to Chris for being so motivated and interested in his job and in us in person! We would always book a such well organized safari with Jiwe Adventures again!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Stephen is willing to go the extra mile!
Our tour started with a very long drive! Since I was able to sit up front, I had the opportunity to ask many questions. Stephen was ready to answer anything I could ask! Anything about the homes in different areas to the animals we would see on our safari. He was very knowledgeable and never seemed to mind being asked anything.
Our driver, Ronald, was amazing! He could navigate the roads like the professional he is. Always willing to help with packages or assisting me into the van, I felt comfortable and in good hands.
We had very nice rooms to rest after our evening safari. Our tour did not disappoint. Our group was split into 3 groups. Stephen was in my van. How fortunate for us! He could spot a lion or leopard from so far away! This would be my third safari, but I was still excited. I'm thinking what in the world could I see that would be different. Wow! All I can say is wow! Stephen found lions (male & female) with lion cubs. We saw a lion stalking its next meal then spring into action chasing it. We found leopards sleeping in trees, elephants with babies walking beside the road. Giraffes were galloping and playing - their long legs stretching so gracefully as they ran. There were monkeys and baboons, and tons of their babies close by. Upon calling it a day there was only one animal remaining that we had not seen. We were a bit sad but so very thankful for all we did get to enjoy. At dinner Stephen gave us the time to be up and ready to leave. He also informed us that we were going to find a hyena the next morning! He followed through on his promise and boy did we see a hyena then another and another. Running along the road. We were able to capture it all on video! Needless to say, Bushman Safaris delivered the full package! From the delicious food, the nice quiet restful nights and the excitement of seeing the magnificent animals, Stephen made our trip an extra memorable one! I will treasure the memories always!
CA
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful experience!
We had an amazing time at Lenchada. The safari was worth in value completely. Tom was an amazing driver and guide. We saw all big and small game and it was a fantastic safari.
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Everything was great. We were 3 friends doing the 6 days long safari (Tarangine, Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Manyara). Totally worthy and extremely compei.
We were a bit worried about the camp but they gave us comfortable mattress and warm sleeping bags.
The food: incredible. The Chefs (Dula & Elisabeth) cooked delicious meals every day, also for vegetarians and gluten free. To have a nice warm meal rather than a sandwich for 6 days was very nice.
We felt very safe with our driver (Felix). He is also very nice.
important: Locally own company!!!!
NO
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable and going that extra mile to make the experience exceptional!
My two kids (age 18 and 20) and I booked an 11-day Kruger Safari for 2020. Because of Covid, we were not able to complete the travel until July 2022. I would like to open my review by praising the flexibility and forthcoming way we have been treated. The planning and booking job was done and cancelled numerous times because of Covid and restrictions before we finally were able to go in 2022. All we have experienced from Thale, Ryan and the wonderful hosts at Wild Planet Safari, is a willingness and determination to solve everything with exceptional service and a smile. And when we entered the Kruger Park, they were always attentive and asked if there was anything we would like to see or do. If we wanted to see rhinos, they tracked and found rhinos. We actually spotted all Big 5 in one single day, which is exceptional. And the guides are very knowledgeable about the history and current status of the species; mammals, birds, reptiles, you name it. We were comfortably lodged in Park Lodge bungalows the whole trip, from Letaba Rest Camp, Satara, Skukuza and Lower Sabie. They also booked night game drive and bush walk for us with the local Park Rangers. I would highly recommend both. I would like to reflect on the value we got on our trip. It is possible to book a game drive with own car or with a bus, but the knowhow and service from the Wild Planet Safari team left me certain that it was worth every dollar. This should be on everyone's bucket list :-) Than you to Thale, Ryan, Chris, Adriaan and Cary for all the experiences and memories!
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Superb safari guide
We went with Freddy for a 3 day safari in Ngorongoro and Tarangire parks. He is a great safari guide who was providing enough background information about the Wildlife and also made every effort to show us the most possible during the day. Freddy has a very calm personality which was especially appreciated when driving on the local highways . The night before we stayed with his family, where his wife made us some delicious dinner and breakfast. Overall I can just only recommend Freddy for your next superb safari experience.
DE
under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A fantastic safari with all the animals I'd hoped to see!
Our guide, Lewise, spotted loads of animals, including The Big Five and many more unusual animals, like a python and even a cheetah! Our cook, Musa, cooked very tasty warm meals every day. And Ally gave us a great introduction!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The Operator gives attention to client needs.
I was once late for my flight ✈️,from Mombasa to Nairobi,the Super Eagles Tours Company paid my new flight booking and gave me two months to clear bill.I had no money on me at the Moi Airport in Mombasa,so l would have easily got stranded.
When COVID protocols rules changed at Kigali Airport,Super Eagles Tour paid for the extra quarantine costs.Viva Super Eagles Viva
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Impeccable thanks to our mainer guide and to gianluca, perfect in everything.
Impeccable organization, we spent a perfect week, we were together with our Mainer guide (number one) who always made himself super available from our arrival until our departure, he dedicated himself to finding every single animal we wanted to see with a lot of commitment. Very nice resort, but the night inside the serengeti park was a unique experience. Thanks also to Gianluca for the professionalism in all respects !!!!
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
THE BEST SAFARI! Request Joseph, bring water
Amazing Memories Safaris will leave you with truly amazing memories! We made contact with this company through safari bookings.com and was met with a response within a few hours. Ann was happy to help us plan the trip we really wanted to go on, and was fast to respond to any questions. Her communication was very clear and friendly, and I could tell she wanted us to get exactly what we wanted out of the trip, I really appreciated that.
The cost of our trip was very reasonable compared to other companies, for this specific itinerary:
Day 1: pick up from hotel and drive to Amboseli, evening game drive (this was amazing!)
Day 2: full day game drive in Amboseli — our favorite park! There is so much to see here and it is a bit smaller than Masai Mara, so you don’t have to drive around as long to see stuff. It’s all right there! We saw so many elephant, a pride of 12 lions, warthog, zebra, wildebeest, hyena, lots of hippo, and plenty of birds.
Day 3: drive to Lake Nakuru for an evening game drive. — This was also amazing! We saw rhinos at a very close distance, and even witnessed a pride of lions eating a zebra. It was so amazing. I regret not booking another full day in Lake Nakuru.
Day 4: drive to Masai Mara for an evening game drive. This is where we got up close with two cheetahs! Soooo cool!
Day 5: full game drive in Masai Mara. This park is huge, and you have to drive very far, but this was the only park we saw cheetah, and 3 male lions with full mane. We saw wildebeest cross the River, big crocodile, and LOTS of hippo. Masai Mara has it all, but it is a lot of driving, and after 5 days of driving on Safari, it gets a little tiring. But thats what it’s all about!
Each lodge was really great. You have to realize how incredible it is that these lodges even exist out there in the wild. The beds are clean, the washrooms are basic but very clean and functional, everywhere we stayed provided PLENTY of food. Some meals were better than others, and some lodges food was better than others, but yet here is always something good to eat. If you have to eat rice and beans (these were always delicious) for a few meals, do it, because it is incredible to be there.
We stayed at the AA Amboseli, Eagle Palace Hotel in Nakuru, and AA Mara Lodge. Each were 5 stars in hospitality.
PLEASE READ: the drinks are not free. The water is not free. Your driver will provide you water for the game drives and car rides, but outside of the car, and in the lodges, no water is free other than the two small bottles in your room. Water for purchase is expensive. 300 shillings for a 1.5L bottle really adds up $$$. I would suggest buying 5L bottles from a supermarket ahead of time if you drink a lot of water. You can buy a 5L bottle for around 250 shillings. We brought 2, and it wasn’t enough. Our guide, Joseph Mwaniki (the best of the best) was gracious enough to let us stop at a supermarket to buy more water in Lake Nakuru.
Also, your driver is important. A senior driver will know a lot about the park, which roads to take, and how to navigate so you can see what there is to see without getting lost. I highly recommend Joseph Mwaniki as a guide. When we return for another safari one day, we undoubtedly will request him. He was so nice, and so knowledgeable about each park. He made us feel safe and welcome at all times. He wanted us to see everything, and we did! More saw more than what we thought would see. He is now a friend, and we cannot wait to return to see him one day.
Another thing to mention.. the van. The van was GREAT. It was so comfortable, more affordable, and was able to handle the safari roads BETTER than the “cool” Land cruisers or 4x4 jeeps. The roof pops up so you can see everything you need to see. Go for the van. Save your money!
Day 6: The last day we included a hippo boat ride in Lake Naivasha. This was also a great experience. It was a small private boat, not the big hippo boats you see other groups do. I recommend it.
They also provide you an AMAZING Safari hat which was very useful for keeping my hair out of my face while we were standing up and driving through the parks.
Everything was amazing and it left us with so many amazing memories. We can’t wait to go back.
